Robert L. Johnson

Robert L. Johnson is an American businessman and the founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET). He is currently the chairman of RLJ Development which he is also founder and majority-owner of the Charlotte Bobcats along with rapper Nelly and NBA legend Michael Jordan, a National Basketball Association franchise. Robert Johnson was the first African American billionaire.

Date of birth:

  • Apr 8, 1946 (age 63 years)

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Also known as:

  • Robert L. Johnson

Business

Companies Founded

RLJ Companies

The RLJ Companies, through its subsidiaries, engages in financial services, real estate, hospitality, professional sports, film production, automotive, and...

Black Entertainment Television

Black Entertainment Television (commonly referred to by its acronym B.E.T.) is an American cable network based in Washington D.C., and targets young African...

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